William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Ardbeg 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 2787) - Second Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (Fèis Ìle 2023)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
Ardbeg 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 2787) - Second Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (Fèis Ìle 2023)
Ardbeg
£799
| William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | Ardbeg 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 2787) - Second Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (Fèis Ìle 2023) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Ardbeg |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 67.3% | 56.8% |
| Age | NAS | 16 yr |
| Price | £501.45 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Ardbeg 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 2787) - Second Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (Fèis Ìle 2023)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Ardbeg 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 2787) - Second Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (Fèis Ìle 2023)
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is better value at £501 vs £799.
For beginners: William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£501.45 vs £799)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 2787) - Second Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (Fèis Ìle 2023)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£799 vs £501.45)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy William?
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 2787) - Second Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (Fèis Ìle 2023) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Only Ardbeg 16 Year Old 2006 (cask 2787) - Second Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (Fèis Ìle 2023)